Westchase Artists Explore Photoshop Elements

As part of their August group meeting, members of the Westchase Artists Society took part in a mini-workshop on Adobe Photoshop Elements presented by group member Teresa Trubilla. Photoshop Elements is a software program that enables photography enthusiasts to edit, organize and share images. The introductory workshop covered the basic functions of the various tools available in the program. A follow-up workshop is planned for the coming months to cover more details about editing images and working with layers and filters.

New Officers and Business

Former Vice President Wayne Barrett was elected to fill the vacancy of president that was left open when Dean Mackey resigned for personal reasons. Bob Richardson was then elected to serve as the new vice president. Judy Freeman volunteered to fill the position of meeting coordinator.

Plans are underway for several art shows and sales that members will be participating in this fall. An artists’ reception is in the works for the ongoing group exhibit at the Jewish Community Center.

Free Art Demonstrations

On two Sunday afternoons in September, the Great Art and Frame art gallery in West Park Village will be offering free art demonstrations for the entire community. On Sept. 12 from 2-3 p.m. Brenda Ambrosino will demonstrate “Assemblages – Dimensional Art.” On Sept. 19 from 2-3 p.m. Michael Crabb will discuss “Drawing – The Artist's Eye.”

Artist of the Month: Mara Gessele

Mara Gessele, currently serving as secretary of the Westchase Artists Society, was selected as August’s Artist of the Month. Information about Gessele’s art background and future goals can be found on the blog portion of the group Web site.

The next meeting of the Westchase Artists Society will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 28, at 7 p.m. at the Westchase Swim and Tennis Center. Make sure to check out www.westchaseartists.com for information about the evening’s agenda.

The Westchase Artists Society is open to all types of visual artists as well as art lovers from the Upper Tampa Bay area. Those interested in finding out more about the group are invited to drop by a meeting at 7 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of every month at the Westchase Swim and Tennis Center on Countryway Boulevard, just behind the fire station.

Come share in the fun and creativity!

By Teresa Trubilla